HELVIA GNS-550X IP56 Coaxial Speaker User Manual

User Manual GNS-550X
IP56 Coaxial Speaker with 5.25″ Woofer and 0.75″ Tweeter
Please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference

GNS-550X IP56 Coaxial Speaker

Dear value Customer,
First, thank you for purchasing a HELVIA® product. Our mission is to offer solutions based on the most up-to-date technologies for all systems integration needs in the private, commercial and corporate sectors. We hope you are satisfied with this product and, if you wish to participate, we would be very pleased to receive your feedback on the operation of this product and possible improvements for the future. You can go to “CONTACT” section of www.frenexport.com and send an e-mail with your opinion; this would help us make equipment that are closer to the real needs of our customers. Finally, please read this user manual carefully before using the product; incorrect use could cause damages to you and the product. Take care!
The HELVIA team

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read these instructions
• Keep these instructions
• Heed all warning
• Follow all instructions

Object and Liquid Entry
Objects should not fall and liquids should not be spilled into the inside of the apparatus for safety.

Cleaning
Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use any solvents such as benzene or alcohol as they may damage the surface.

Servicing
Do not implement any servicing other than those means described in the manual. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Only use accessories/attachments or parts recommended by the manufacturer.

UNPACKING

Thank you for purchasing your GNS-550X Coaxial Speaker. All units have been rigorously tested before leaving the factory. Carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good conditions:

• 1x GNS-550X Coaxial Speaker
• This User manual

If anything is damaged during transport, notify the shipper immediately and keep packing material for inspection. Again, please save its carton and all packing materials. If the unit must be returned to the manufacturer, it is important that the unit is returned in the original manufacturer’s packing. Please do not take any action without first contacting us. Our products are subject to a continuous process of further development. Therefore modifications to the technical features remain subject to change without further notice.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Increasingly, sound systems for outdoor installations are demanding higher levels of sound quality and higher sound pressure levels. Whether in gardens, parks, patios or other outdoor locations, these speakers are designed to provide extremely wide sound quality and coverage.
The HELVIA GNS-550X loudspeaker is designed for gardens, terraces, outdoor restaurants, parks and generally any outdoor or indoor location where the speaker base can be buried. The 60W RMS coaxial speakers, with 5.25″ woofers and 0.75″ titanium tweeters, deliver good frequency response and excellent sensitivity. The downward orientation of the transducers and the conical structure of the reflective surface under the woofer allow 360° horizontal and 40° vertical coverage, which means that with 2 or 4 speakers you can cover a medium-sized garden or patio. Of course, it all depends on the level of music you want to provide (background or medium/high volume).
The polypropylene construction of the GNS-550X is designed to last under constant exposure to all weather conditions. In particular, UV treatment prevents rapid deterioration of the plastic properties when exposed to sunlight. The IP56 protection rating, combined with the protected position of the loudspeaker at the top of the cabinet and facing downwards, prevents direct exposure to water and mud and greatly extends its life.
Next to the woofer, also in a protected position, is a 7-position power selector that allows the speaker to be adapted to different line types (70V, 100V, 8) and power levels.

3.1. Main Features:

• IP56 Speaker for Outdoor or Indoor applications.
• 60W RMS (240W Peak)
• Line transformer for 70V, 100V and 8 ohms operation
• 5.25″ Coaxial Speaker with 0.75″ Titanium Tweeter
• 360° Horizontal Coverage (40° vertical)
• Polypropylene Cabinet with anti-UV treatment for all-weather use

PRODUCT APPEARANCE

4.1. 3D View

INSTALLATION

Read these instructions carefully before installing and using the product:

1. When the speaker is installed in any outdoor or indoor location, make sure that the structure on which it is installed is reliable and that the speaker is firmly attached.
2. Do not place the speaker on a movable or unstable support.
3. Use only approved and certified wiring in your installation. Do not stretch or place the wire in contact with sharp objects.
4. Before removing the cables, make sure the amplifier and other components are switched off.
5. Damage to the woofer and tweeter may occur if the speaker is bumped or hit, resulting in distorted sound or no sound at all.
6. Never overdrive your speaker to the point of distortion and always reduce volume prior to switching input sources.
   The installer is responsible for the installation. Please make sure to install speakers according to local safety regulations.

5.1. Direct Burial Wire or Conduit
Depending on the type of installation, direct burial of the speaker wires from the amplifier to the speakers may be required. Also, use of 1″-1-1/2″ID conduit pipe may be adequate for protecting the wires from possible physical damage if future excavation or other alterations are expected in the area of the installation.

5.2. Speaker Connection/Wiring
GNS-550X speakers are equipped with a 7-position power selector for 70V, 100V and 8 ohm operation, to better adapt each speaker to the type of line used, the power of the amplifier, and the number of speakers in the system.
Please refer to the instructions and table below, or to the sticker on the bottom of the speaker, for wiring and power selection:

• Connect the Red wire from the speaker to the (+) terminal of the amplifier, and the Black wire from the speaker to the (-) terminal (COM) of the amplifier. Make sure to connect the wires to the correct terminals of the amplifier (8 ohm, 70V or 100V outputs).
• Use the power selector according to the type of line (8 ohm, 70V, 100V), amplifier power and number of speakers used.
• Please make sure the polarity is not inverted (+ connected to -). If the polarity of the speakers is reversed, the sound will be unnatural and will play without bass.

Solder wires together using waterproof heat shrink tubing to seal.
Use waterproof wire connectors.
Make connections with immersion-resistant crimp splices.

UNDER-POWERING VS. OVER-POWERING

Most speaker damage is caused by amplifiers with too little power (wattage). Overdriven amplifiers clip output waveforms and send distortion to the speakers. Clipping is usually audible; it may vary from a harsh sound to a fuzzy or unclear sound.
If you hear this condition at loud volume levels, turn down the amplifier volume until the distortion is no longer present. Damages caused by the operating the speakers at distorted volume levels are not covered by the warranty.

6.1. Example of 70V/100V System Configuration

5 speakers connected in parallel using 16W taps
The total number of speakers multiplied by the tap value cannot exceed the output power (in watts) of the 70V/100V amplifier.The above example shows 5 total speakers in a 70V/100V system. Using the 16W taps, you will need an amplifier with at least 5×16= 80W. A good rule of thumb is to select an amplifier with 20% greater power; in this case, an amplifier that delivers about 100W.

TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

7.1. Specifications

Our products are subject to change. Modifications to technical features remain subject to change without notice.

WARRANTY AND SERVICE

All HELVIA® products are covered by warranty according to European regulations (2 years in the case of purchase by private person – B2C; 1 year in the case of purchase by company – B2B). The warranty is valid from the date of purchase by the end user (private individual or company), indicated in the purchase document (receipt in the case of private person; invoice in the case of company). The following cases / components are not covered by the above warranty:

• All accessories supplied with the product;
• Improper use;
• Failure due to wear and tear;
• Any unauthorized modification of the product by the user or third parties.

HELVIA must meet the warranty obligations due to any non-compliant materials or manufacturing defects, by remedying free of charge at HELVIA’s discretion by either repairing or replacing specific parts or the entire equipment. Any defective parts removed by a product in the event of a warranty claim become property of HELVIA. During the warranty period, defective products can be returned to HELVIA retailer or installer with proof of original purchase (receipt or invoice). To avoid damage during transport, please use the original packaging, if available. For more information, visit the website: www.frenexport.com.

WARNING

READ CAREFULLY – only for EU and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein).

This symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE directive (2202/96/EC and subsequent amendments) and national legislation. The product must be delivered to a designated waste collection center (e.g. on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product, or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment). Improper handling of this type of waste can have a negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially dangerous substances that are generally associated with electrical and electronic equipment. At the same time, your cooperation in the proper disposal of this product will contribute to the effective use of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service.

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